A good community school school in Islington. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Pakeman Primary School.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 105.0 | 104.0 |
| 2023 | 103.0 | 104.0 |
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Improving trend (+1.0 per year)
Up 1.0% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
RE curriculum follows NATRE scheme across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 to explore questions about belonging, celebrations, worldviews and beliefs.
Headteacher Emma Bonnin expresses pride in Pakeman pupils and describes a holistic, inclusive approach where the whole child is developed. She highlights high-quality staff, a growth mindset culture, partnerships with families, and facilities such as a science lab aiding ambitious learning.
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Breakfast Club starts at 8:00am in the Lodge with a healthy breakfast; the playground opens at 8:45am; lessons start at 9:00am. Breakfast club children join classes at 8:45am. Playcentre operates from the end of the school day until 6:00pm with fees (£8.50 for families not on universal credit/earning over £35,000/year; £5 for families on universal credit/earning below £35,000/year). There are also multiple after-school clubs available, each club costing £2.
Pupil Premium funding is used to support identified pupils from deprived backgrounds with targeted interventions; funding is ring-fenced and linked to gaps in attainment; staffing and coaching support are used to maximise impact and involve parents.
2-Plus Centre (No charge) for eligible families (benefits, disability, no recourse to public funds, looked after). 30 hours free childcare may apply for working families meeting income criteria. Reception admissions information available through Islington; In-year admissions; secondary transfer arrangements; applications Online via local authority. For details, refer to Islington admissions guidance and Best Start in Life provisions.
Breakfast Club: £2 per session. Playcentre: £8.50 for families not on universal credit/earning over £35,000/year; £5 for families on universal credit/earning below £35,000/year. Each after-school club: £2.
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